Discover the world of wine tourism on the Valencia Wine Route

Have you ever wondered where the wines with the Valencia Designation of Origin come from? Now you can discover where thanks to the Valencia Wine Route, a project that promotes the wine growing regions of the DO Valencia for visitors to enjoy.

This route is the youngest of the 4 in the Region of Valencia (Alicante, Castellon, Utiel Requena and Valencia). A unique experience for lovers of wine tourism where you can go that little bit deeper into the culture of local wines and their designations of origin.

Come and enjoy an unforgettable journey through the province of Valencia and immerse yourself in wine making country, experience and connect with the natural surroundings, culture and gastronomy at the following destinations... There you'll have the chance to visit some very special wine cellars, spend nights at charming hotels, or simply enjoy the traditional cuisine of their villages.

 

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Alto Turia and Valentino

This destination is made up of two wine producing sub-areas in the interior of the province of Valencia. Land that was born alongside the waters of the river Turia and of tremendous ecological value for those who enjoy eco-tourism and wine tourism.

The Alto Turia is famous for its high-quality white wines. UNESCO declared the territory a Natural Biosphere Reserve and it is also a Starlight Destination thanks to the quality and clarity of its skies. The “vinos de altura” come from varieties of Merseguera and Macabeo grape situated at between 700 and 1,100 metres height. These characteristics give the wines an unmistakable flavour.

As we follow the river downhill, we come to the region of the Camp de Turia and the wine making area of Valentino. The wide range of soils and the Mediterranean climate here enable different types of vine to flourish here, with varieties of white wine such as Merseguera, Macabeo and Planta Fina; and red varieties such as Tempranillo, Tintorera or Cabernet Sauvignon, amongst others.

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Moscatel de Valencia

This region is home to the Moscatel de València, a wine that gives flavour to the area. Discover the history of one of the most representative dessert wines of the DO Valencia. For centuries, municipalities such as Cheste, Godelleta, Chiva and Turís have been cultivating the Muscat of Alexandria variety of grape, which is used mainly to produce the must for making moscatel wine.

You'll be pleasantly surprised when you discover some of the oldest cooperatives in Spain, where this delicious wine is produced to grace the dinner tables of many local families. Visit some of the nearby towns and villages, where you'll have the chance to get a closer view of traditional regional farming, such as the vineyards, carob plantations, olive groves and citrus orchards.

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Terres dels Alforins

If what you're looking for is the chance to lose yourself in the countryside and discover centuries old wine cellars, then this is the place for you. A triangular valley situated amongst the villages of La Font de la Figuera, Moixent and Fontanar dels Alforins, which offer some of the most attractive wine tourism activities in the Region of Valencia.

Vineyards that intermingle with fields of olive trees and wheat, villages born from the vine, and a major wine making heritage will bring out the expert photographer in you. Enter underground galleries with centuries of history, discover the traditional methods used to conserve wines in earthenware jars, or take a journey to the past at the Iberian settlement of La Bastida de Les Alcusses (4th c. BCE), where tools and containers used to make were found.

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Clariano

This wine making area can be found in the region of Vall d’Albaida, in the southern part of the province of Valencia. An ideal place to visit throughout the year, with a wide range of landscapes: Mediterranean forests, high mountains, river valleys and farmland. There are also many certified trails and scenic routes where you can go trekking or do cycle tourism.

But that's not all. The region has a tremendous historical and cultural heritage. La Vall Blanca, given this name for the colour of its soil and its Moorish past, contains many monuments and places of historical interest that you can find during your stay in Clariano. Lose yourself on trails through medieval landscapes in towns and villages such as Bocairent, Ontinyent, Benissoda or Albaida, and stop on the way to try traditional local gastronomy or relax in hotels converted into authentic oases of peace and quiet.

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City of Valencia

The capital of the Turia is the perfect place for the cosmopolitan wine tourist. Visit any of the establishments that belong to the wine route and discover the opportunities offered by the birthplace of the best wines in the region. Hotels with charm, where you can discover the best in the city's gastronomy and culture, medieval underground urban wine cellars, and modernist or traditional restaurants that offer wine testing sessions paired with the best local cuisine.

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